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Tom Kha Gai Recipe

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  • Author: Mariem
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Thai

Description

Enjoy the exotic flavors of Tom Kha Gai, a creamy Thai coconut chicken soup infused with lemongrass, ginger, and chilies. This aromatic dish is perfect for a comforting meal packed with bold, authentic flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger or galangal, sliced
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 12 tbsp fish sauce (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 23 Thai chilies, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic, sliced ginger or galangal, and smashed lemongrass. Sauté until fragrant (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 2: Add Broth and Coconut Milk

  1. Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk. Stir gently and bring to a simmer.

Step 3: Cook Chicken

  1. Add the sliced chicken to the simmering broth. Cook until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (about 5–7 minutes).

Step 4: Add Mushrooms

  1. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 5: Season the Soup

  1. Add fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and sliced Thai chilies.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, balancing saltiness, tanginess, and heat.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

  1. Remove the lemongrass stalks before serving.
  2. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Substitute: Use ginger if galangal is not available.
  • Spice Level: Adjust the number of chilies to your preference.
  • Texture: Avoid boiling the soup to preserve its creamy texture.